How Medical Gold Nanoparticles Could Redefine Smart Facades
Historically, the use of gold in architecture has been associated with visual luxury, religious symbolism, and authority through gilded domes…
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I’m Hatem Al-Sindi. I studied architecture, but I chose to critique it, not practice it.
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From Controversy to Value: The Saudi and Egyptian Engineer Between Heritage and Modernization
✧ In an era where the question is shifting from “Who built the most?” to “Who built the best?”, a…
Major Shifts in Construction Technologies From Traditional Methods to the Smart Building Revolution
For centuries, the construction industry has mirrored the progress of human civilization. But the past two decades have seen an…
A Skyscraper Hanging in Space Over Dubai? A Bold Vision That’s Turning Heads Worldwide
Dubai May 2025, where the ambitious concept of a space skyscraper is beginning to capture imaginations, is a transformative idea….
Construction Begins on Misk Heritage Museum in Riyadh, Blending Tradition with Contemporary Design
Riyadh May 20, 2025Construction has officially kicked off in Riyadh for the highly anticipated Misk Heritage Museum. This landmark project…
Golden Gate Tower Rises in North Riyadh Construction Reaches the 27th Floor in Al Sahafa District
A new architectural landmark is taking shape in northern Riyadh. Construction on the Golden Gate Tower continues to progress steadily….
Excavation Works Begin for New Tower on Olaya Street in Riyadh’s Al-Sahafa District
Riyadh May 2025 Excavation has officially begun for a new tower project located on Olaya Street in the Al-Sahafa district….
Completion of The Oval Residential Tower on King Fahd Road in the Heart of Riyadh
In a significant step reflecting the evolving urban landscape of the Saudi capital, construction has recently been completed on The…
Installation of Exterior Wall Begins at Aramco Stadium Major Milestone Reached in Dhahran’s Landmark Project
Dhahran May 18, 2025Construction work at the highly anticipated Aramco Stadium in Dhahran has taken a significant step forward. Teams…
Removal of Jeroul Informal Settlement Begins in Mecca as Part of Capital’s Development Plan
In a significant step toward organising and improving the holy city, officials in Mecca have recently informed property owners in…
Site Fencing Begins for Ajdan Towers Project in Riyadh’s Al-Rahmaniyyah District
Riyadh Saturday, May 17, 2025Initial construction work has officially kicked off at the prominent intersection of King Fahd Road and…
Royal Palaces in Saudi Arabia Architecture of Majesty, Identity, and Sovereignty
When former U.S. President Donald Trump visited Saudi Arabia on his first international tour in 1446 AH (corresponding to 2025…
Mina The Starting Point of Hajj in the City of White Tents
As the Hajj season approaches, I often find myself drawn to satellite images and aerial footage of Mina. This site…
AMAALA A Saudi Destination Redefining Luxury on the Red Sea
Along a pristine stretch of the Red Sea coastline, a remarkable project is quietly taking shape. Its name is AMAALA,…
Construction Progress Underway for Alramz Office Tower on King Salman Road in Riyadh’s Al Malqa District
Alramz Tower Riyadh| May 2025Work crews continue steady progress on the Alramz Office Tower, a new commercial development rising along…
oshan and Mashrabiya A Dialogue of Light and Shadow in Islamic Architecture
In a narrow alleyway of old Jeddah, sunlight filters through massive wooden roshans, while in a historic Cairo home, the…
Construction Begins on the Foundation of Trojena Dam in the Mountains of NEOM
Construction work has officially commenced on the foundation of the Trojena Dam. Trojena Dam NEOM is located in the mountainous…
Foundation Work Begins for La Gara Tower in the Heart of Riyadh Near Royal Mall
Amid a surge of construction activity across Riyadh, foundation work has officially started on the La Gara Tower project. It…
Major Saudi Projects Attract U.S. Investments During Riyadh Forum 2025
Riyadh With a tone of serious dialogue and mutual ambition, Riyadh hosted the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum 2025, providing a vital…
Parsons Signs Two Major Contracts for King Salman International Airport Development in Riyadh
As part of the ongoing efforts to transform King Salman International Airport into one of the largest airports in the…
to Prominent International Delegation Led by U.S. President
Riyadh – May 2025At a major public investment event, the Public Investment Fund pavilion witnessed a live presentation of the…
